Originally Posted by
teacherbailey
One of the best ways to use them that I've ever seen was to buy those reusable tote bags in the "right" colors and then applique an orphan block---or four or six or whatever---over the printing on the bag. Makes a cute tote bag for the cost of the inexpensive bag----and great gifts too!
Even better, google free tote bag patterns, pick up home dec or canvas remnants at Joann's or other local fabric store and make your own totes. Use orphan blocks as pockets, combine to make fabric panels or applique on side of tote. The ones I make are washable and will last a lot longer than the ones I find for sale at my local stores. Plus they're always in colors and patterns I like so I'm more apt to remember to bring them into the store with me!
P.S. Don't worry about sewing the totes, if you can sew a quilt block you can make a tote, they're almost all just straight seams and turning edges under ... easy peasy! I usually buy webbing (in the lace and trim section) for the handles, it's very sturdy and washes well too.
Last edited by MdmSew'n'Sew; 04-10-2012 at 06:34 AM.